Total Weight:
45 lbs (20.41 kg)
Battery Weight:
5 lbs (2.26 kg)
Motor Weight:
8 lbs (3.62 kg)
Frame Material:
Aluminum Alloy
Geometry Measurements:
11" Seat Tube, 24" Reach, 22" Standover Height, 62" Unfolded Length, 36" Folded Length, 26" Folded Height, 22" Folded Width
Frame Types:
Folding, Mid-Step
Frame Colors:
Matte Black
Frame Fork Details:
SR Suntour Top Gun, Basic Suspension (No Adjustments or Lockout)
Frame Rear Details:
160 mm
Attachment Points:
Rear Rack Bosses, Fender Bosses
Gearing Details:
7
Speed 1x7, Shimano Tourney TX, 14-34TShifter Details:
SIS Index
Cranks:
52 Tooth Chainring, 172 mm Prowheel Crank Arms
Pedals:
Wellgo, Folding Plastic Platform
Headset:
Neco, Sealed Bearing
Stem:
Folding
Handlebar:
Promax, Flat
Brake Details:
Tektro Novela Disc with 160 mm Rotors, Tektro Levers with Integrated Bell and Motor Inhibitor
Grips:
Motiv Brand (Velo), Flat Rubber with Lockers
Saddle:
Motiv Brand (Velo), Gel Comfort
Seat Post:
Aluminum Alloy
Seat Post Length:
470 mm
Seat Post Diameter:
27.2 mm
Rims:
Aluminum Alloy, Deep V, Black
Spokes:
Stainless Steel, 36, Black
Tire Brand:
Kenda, 20" x 2.125"
Wheel Sizes:
20 in (50.8cm)Tire Details:
Puncture Resistant
Tube Details:
Schrader Valve
Accessories:
Adjustable Length Kickstand, Rubber Protector Caps on Rear Axle, Optional Rear Carry Rack, Optional Plastic Fenders, Optional LED Lights (Front Integrated, Rear Battery Powered)
Other:
Locking Removable Battery Pack, Quick Release Front Wheel (Formula Skewer)
Cameron Newland
9 years agoNice review, Court! Seems like a solid folder.
I’ve been reviewing the Electrobike Magnos recently and it’s pretty similar (folding bike, Top Gun front suspension fork, cushy saddle), with the difference being that the Magnos is $300 cheaper and comes with a headlight, taillight, and fenders, but isn’t as good looking as the Stash and has its battery mounted low behind the seat tube instead of on the top tube/frame like the Stash, and the Magnos’ geared 8FUN hub motor only puts out 250W. Anyways, it seems like the two bikes have a lot of similarities (and a few key differences), but for someone looking to buy a bike like this one who is on a tighter budget, they ought to consider the Magnos.
ReplyCourt Rye
9 years agoCool! Thanks for sharing the Electrobike Magnos Cameron, I hadn’t seen that one before! It sort of reminds me of the Blix Vika+ or the EZ Pedaler F350 which both weigh more and have slightly larger (physically and capacity wise) batteries. I believe the new Motiv Stash is using higher energy density cells from Samsung that add to the cost but fit into the tubing nicely. I like the accessories you mentioned on the Magnos and the lower price, seems like a solid offering if you can find it locally or get free shipping and maybe some warranty support? That’s one of the things I appreciate from Motiv, they have good support and are expanding to more and more dealers.
ReplySerge KC Mak
9 years agoI like to buy one , but l live Hong Kong , can ship to me.
ReplyCourt Rye
9 years agoI have no idea! I’ll ask the guys at Motiv to get more information and help you :)
ReplyCourt Rye
9 years agoI just emailed Motiv and they said you should reach out to them if you want to get one of these in Hong Kong, you can email them at [email protected] and just mention ElectricBikeReview :)
ReplyFrank
8 years agoCoiurt, I’m afraid I can’t agree with you on Motiv’s customer service. My experience with them was awful. There is no way I’ll do business with them. Not in this lifetime. Anyway, good luck trying to find any dealer in the U.S. to sell you this bike. In fact, they don’t even show this bike on their website 1/2 a year after your review!
ReplyCourt Rye
8 years agoThanks for the feedback Frank, I welcome your criticism and real-world experience… My time with the bike was limited and the review was shot early in the year so I wasn’t able to assess performance. I have seen and heard great things about Motive in the past but my sample size is limited. Cheers
Jack
9 years agoEncouraging review. Folding ebikes really are becoming mature ebikes, it seems. Court, two things: First, I noticed that within the first 17 hours your review was posted, it got 890 views on Youtube. Surely a healthy sign that ebike awareness is growing. And second, I’d encourage you – for folders – to add a ‘package measurement’ in future folded bike reviews. I’ve had a fair bit of experience with folders in two different ‘last mile’ settings: boats & small planes. In the former, a folder needs to live in a cockpit locker or some not-roomy corner down below, and the bike needs to either be handled on/off the boat over lifelines or needs loading into a dinghy when on the hook. With a plane, the issues are not just space behind the cockpit’s front seats but also access into the cockpit altogether (via sliding canopy, passenger door or luggage door). In all these cases, knowing the dimensions of the folded package are all but essential, and perhaps to a lesser degree they would be helpful for RV owners as well. Yeah, I know…yet another tweak to the specs layout! But it would be a great addition. Good luck on all those looming 2016 reviews you no doubt are anticipating.
ReplyCourt Rye
9 years agoHi Jack! Yeah, I think people are very excited for the 2016 models and it’s great to get that kind of positive response with the video. I feel behind because I’ve been so focused on the new design and features (many of which are still unlaunched at this time). I actually did post the geometry measurements and folded dimensions with this review but my system deleted the information!! How frustrating :( This happened due to a still unsolved technical issues that I’m hoping to take care of very soon. My plan is to replace the information once it’s fixed and I will also need to reach back out to Motiv to get it as I did not have a backup and their designer is out of the country right now. Thanks for your suggestion and not only that, backing it up with real life examples! I agree that it’s very useful information and also find that a folding-lock feature is nice but that if you don’t have one (like on this bike) that a bungee cord is a good thing to have and use so the bike stays put when folded ;)
ReplyVB Ebikes
9 years agoGood looking bike.. appearance wise it reminds me of the more expensive E-Motion Volt. I just don’t get it why some manufactures use a cheaper six magnet disk for pedal assist activation. There was a lot of start/stop lag in your informative video. Can six more magnets cost that much more? Curious as to the firmness of the folding handle bar latch..as this has been a problem with some folding bikes after wear/break-in. Even a little bit of slop there can be quite unnerving and unsafe. Overall, this looks like a nice ebike for the money!
ReplyCourt Rye
9 years agoYeah, I made sure to tell the Motiv guys about the six magnet vs. twelve being less responsive and they understood so maybe that aspect of the bike will be redesigned in the future. I really don’t know how much extra it would cost but I agree with you that it can’t be much. As for the latch, difficult for me to say on that one. The latch felt solid to me but it was brand new, maybe you could ask around in the EBR forum for Motiv or someone else will respond here :)
ReplyVB Ebikes
9 years agoWill do Court. Looking forward to reading your review of Pedego’s new folding ebike, the Latch…Gates belt drive, Nexus hub and all of Pedego’s goodies. Receiving my first shipment of these exciting new bikes next week…stop by for a ride/review opportunity if your East Coasting in the Virginia Beach area.
ReplyCourt Rye
9 years agoAwesome! Thanks for the invite, I’d love to swing by and guess what… I’ll be checking out the new Latch very soon, it looks like an awesome bike. I just covered the Ridge Rider YESTERDAY and posted the review tonight. I was very impressed given it’s the first edition and a brand new category for the company :)
ReplyOCHappy72
9 years agoDo you know what the maximum rider weight is?
ReplyCourt Rye
9 years agoGreat question… I’ll reach out to Motiv and check on this for you :)
Replyhadi
9 years agoi like it so iam liven in brazil where can i buy it
ReplyCourt Rye
9 years agoCool! I’ve never been to Brazil so I cannot say for sure but you could email the company at [email protected] to see if one could be shipped possibly :)
ReplyEric
9 years agoNice review. I wish I could find one of these for sale somewhere. It’s not even amongst the listing of bikes on the manufacturer’s website. I had a fold bike I wasn’t thrilled with. I bought a scooter that I haven’t seen reviewed here. The i-max s1+ from magnumbikes. I got it because I saw the T3 review and hoped that the quality of the S1+ was the same. I like it so far, and I’m getting used to it. It’s heavy. But meeting my needs at present. But deep down I think I want an electrified folding bicycle for my last mile of commute into NYC, and the Stash looks stealthy with its hidden battery. Seems like it’d be just the thing. If only I could find one somewhere to buy. I like the Pedego Latch, but that’s a heavy bike to lug up and down stairs at train stations. Though there’d be a dealer not far away where I can go see one. I might just take a look/test ride of the Latch if I can’t find any more info or a place to get a Stash.
ReplyCourt Rye
9 years agoHi Eric! I’m not sure why Motiv hasn’t updated their site? You could reach out to them directly with the official website link above in the review. Perhaps they could send one direct or help you find a dealer? I also prefer it to the Latch for a light-weight more active folding ebike… and I agree it looks cool ;)
ReplyTerry
9 years agoHi Court, nice review! If you could only choose one folding ebike out of these two, Motiv Stash and Enzo, which one will it it be and why? Thanks!
ReplyCourt Rye
9 years agoIt depends… I like the style of the Stash and appreciate that Motive sells through some dealers that I’ve visited where you can test it out and get support. The Enzo is pretty resilient with the rust-proof hardware and cast alloy wheelset. I like that it comes with fenders and lights stock vs. the Motiv where they are optional… but that’s part of the cool style. So if you don’t need the fenders and happen to live near a dealer the Stash could be a winner. Both models ride well :)
ReplyTerry
9 years agoThanks, Court! I, too, like the look of the Stash more but the only dealer I can find online selling this model is in China! Nothing on the manufacturer’s website, in fact, no one else has anything on this model except you and another reviewer. Well, it’s hard to buy an item when no dealer in the entire US of A is selling that item! I guess I’ll go with Enzo’s rust-proof hardware and cast alloy wheelset bike. Thanks again, Court!
ReplyCourt Rye
9 years agoSounds good Terry, I haven’t seen many of the Motiv Stash models at shops (even shops that carry Motiv like the Elctric Bicycle Center in Southern California). If you reach out to them they could probably provide some background or even look into ordering and shipping if you prefer it to the Enzo :)
ReplyAntonio
8 years agoPurchasing a bike this week … Ejoe or motiv. ?
ReplyCourt Rye
8 years agoI think they are both solid but am happy that Motiv now seems to have the Stash in stock (for a while it was tough to find and buy!) here’s a video with some people at the last ebike open house at Sam’s shop where a couple considers both. I do like the style of the Stash a lot but the fenders and rack on the e-Joe are pretty handy. I think Motive can get you those for their bike if you want.
ReplyAntonio Mathis
8 years agoLol.. I bought the Ejoe yesterday and love it.. Been on it since 10am and just got home 3:45pm.. San Diego.. U were the best thing when it came to review’s. Thanks for everything.
I liked the stash but i liked Ejoe 2017 bigger and more mpg lol.. And its made locally.. 2017 fenders are improved.
Terry
8 years agoHey Court, you wrote about the Motiv Stash, “It’s zippy and responsive, I always felt in control because I could override the five levels of assist with the twist throttle instantly and the brake levers have integrated motor kill switch so there were no delays. The brake levers are a nice touch here, they’re upgraded Tektro’s with rubber lined levers and an integrated bell on the left.”
Do you find Motiv Stash twist throttle and performance better than Enzo’s thumb throttle? If so, how so?
Thanks!
ReplyCourt Rye
8 years agoHi Terry! Twist throttle vs. trigger throttle is big debate out there and I think it really comes down to user preference. I like trigger throttles on mountain bikes (which often don’t have throttles at all) because it doesn’t compromise your grip at all. When I’m riding on bumpy challenging terrain I want to feel in control and solid so the trigger (being somewhat removed from the grip) gives me that. I’ve also heard that some people with smaller hands and fingers like them because they can’t twist as far with a grip-twist. Ultimately, twist throttles seem to be the most popular and the half-grip twist is prevalent with electric bikes (more so than full grip twist) because it compromises between steering and getting power. The Motiv Stash felt very zippy and offered a different cool look compared to many folders. Enzo seems to focus more on utility than style. They both feel pretty good in terms of electric assist and power.
ReplyAnte
7 years agoCan i buy it somewhere in EU? tnx
ReplyCourt Rye
7 years agoHi Ante, unfortunately I do not think so… Maybe a dealer would be willing to ship, you could ask Motiv directly if they sell any in the EU but nothing comes to mind for me. Here is their official website: http://www.motivelectricbikes.com
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